Samsung SM-T211 User Manual

www.samsung.com/hkUser ManualSM-T211

Getting started10Installing the SIM or USIM cardInsert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider.Only microSIM cards work

Settings100•Show screen updates: Set the device to flash areas of the screen when they are updated.•Window animation scale: Select a speed for openi

101Optional applicationsThe following applications must be downloaded before you can use them.•Samsung LinkOn the Home screen or the Applications scr

102TroubleshootingWhen you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes:•Password: When

Troubleshooting103Your device freezes or has fatal errorsIf your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close programs or reset the device to regain

Troubleshooting104Audio quality is poor•Ensure that you are not blocking the device’s internal antenna.•When you are in areas with weak signals or p

Troubleshooting105Error messages appear when opening music filesSome music files may not play on your Samsung device for a variety of reasons. If you

English (HK). 07/2013. Rev. 1.0Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider, or software version, and is subject

Getting started11Charging the batteryUse the charger to charge the battery before using it for the first time.Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batt

Getting started12After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the device, and then unplug it from the e

Getting started13Inserting a memory cardYour device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 32 GB. Depending on the memory card manufacturer a

Getting started14Removing the memory cardBefore removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings →

Getting started15•Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel in areas where the use of wireless devices is restricted, such

16BasicsIndicator iconsThe icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table

Basics17Icon MeaningError occurred or caution requiredBattery power levelUsing the touch screenUse only fingers to use the touch screen.•Do not allow

Basics18DraggingTo move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position.Double-tappingDouble-tap

Basics19PinchingSpread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out.Rotating the screenMany applications allow d

2About this manualThis device provides high quality mobile communication and entertainment using Samsung’s high standards and technological expertise.

Basics20NotificationsNotification icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen to report missed calls, new messages, calendar events, devic

Basics21Rearranging itemsAdding an application iconOn the Home screen, tap Apps, tap and hold an application icon, and then drag it into a panel previ

Basics22Removing a panelTap → Edit page, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to the rubbish bin at the bottom of the screen.Setting wallp

Basics23Using applicationsThis device can run many different types of applications, ranging from media to Internet applications.Opening an application

Basics24Organising with foldersPut related applications together in a folder for convenience.Tap → Edit, tap and hold an application, and then drag i

Basics25Entering textUse the Samsung Chinese IME keyboard, the Samsung keyboard, or the voice input feature to enter text.Text entry is not supported

Basics26HandwritingTap → Full-Screen handwriting (Hong Kong) or English full-screen handwriting, tap or , and then write a word with a finger. Sug

Basics27Entering uppercaseTap before entering a character. For all caps, tap it twice.Changing the keyboard typeTap and hold , and then tap to ch

Basics28Connecting to a Wi-Fi networkConnect the device to a Wi-Fi network to use the Internet or share media files with other devices. (p. 85)Turning

Basics29Setting up accountsGoogle applications, such as Play Store, require a Google account, and Samsung Apps requires a Samsung account. Create Goog

About this manual3•Default applications that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be supported without prior notice. If you

Basics30Connecting with Samsung KiesSamsung Kies is a computer application that manages media libraries, contacts, and calendars, and syncs them with

Basics31Securing the devicePrevent others from using or accessing personal data and information stored in the device by using the security features. T

Basics32Setting a PINOn the Applications screen, tap Settings → Lock screen → Screen lock → PIN.Enter at least four numbers, and then enter the passwo

Basics33Upgrading over the airThe device can be directly upgraded to the latest software by the firmware over-the-air (FOTA) service.On the Applicatio

34CommunicationPhoneUse this application to make or answer a call.Tap Phone on the Applications screen.Making callsMaking a callUse one of the followi

Communication35Finding contactsEnter a name, phone number, or email address to find a contact in the contacts list. As characters are entered, predict

Communication36• → Transfer: Connect the first party to the second party. This disconnects you from the conversation.• → Manage conference call: Hav

Communication37Receiving callsAnswering a callWhen a call comes in, drag outside the large circle, or press the headset button.If the call waiting s

Communication38Call forwardingThe device can be set to send incoming calls to a specified number.Tap → Call settings → Call settings → Call forwardin

Communication39Tap and hold the other party’s image to access the following options:•Capture image: Capture the other party’s image.This feature may

About this manual4Trademarks•SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics.•The Android logo, Google™, Google Maps™,

Communication40ContactsUse this application to manage contacts, including phone numbers, email addresses, and others.Tap Contacts on the Applications

Communication41Once a contact is selected, take one of the following actions:• : Add to favourite contacts.• / : Make a voice or video call.• : C

Communication42Exporting contactsTap → Import/Export → Export to SIM card, Export to SD card, or Export to USB storage.Sharing contactsTap → Impor

Communication43•Send message: Send a message to a group’s members.•Send email: Send an email to a group’s members.•Change order: Tap and hold nex

Communication44Sending messagesTap , add recipients, enter a message, and then tap .Use the following methods to add recipients:•Enter a phone numb

Communication45EmailUse this application to send or view email messages.Tap Email on the Applications screen.Setting up email accountsSet up an email

Communication46Reading messagesSelect an email account to use, and new messages are retrieved. To manually retrieve new messages, tap .Tap a message t

Communication47Sending messagesIn any mailbox, tap , enter recipients, a subject, and a message, and then tap SEND.Tap + CC/BCC to add more recipient

Communication48TalkUse this application to chat with others via Google Talk.Tap Talk on the Applications screen.This application may not be available

Communication49Google+Use this application to stay connected with people via Google’s social network service.Tap Google+ on the Applications screen.Th

5Table of ContentsGetting started7 Device layout8 Buttons9 Package contents10 Installing the SIM or USIM card11 Charging the battery13 Inserting

50Web & networkInternetUse this application to browse the Internet.Tap Internet on the Applications screen.Viewing webpagesTap the address field,

Web & network51HistoryTap → History to open a webpage from the list of recently-visited webpages. To clear the history, tap → Clear history.Tap

Web & network52Opening a new pageTap → New tab.To go to another webpage, scroll left or right on the title field, and tap the page to select it.

Web & network53Pairing with other Bluetooth devicesOn the Applications screen, tap Settings → Bluetooth → Scan, and detected devices are listed. S

54MediaMusic PlayerUse this application to listen to music.Tap Music Player on the Applications screen.•Some file formats are not supported depending

Media55Setting a song as ringtoneTo use the currently-playing song as ringtone, tap → Set as → Call ringtone.Creating playlistsMake an own selection

Media56Taking photosTaking a photoTap to take a photo.Indicates which storage is in use.Switch between still and video mode.Open the image viewer to

Media57•Sunset: Use this setting for richer colours and sharper contrasts.•Dawn: Use this setting for very subtle colours.•Autumn colour: Use this

Media58Taking videosTaking a videoSlide the still-video switch to the video icon, and then tap to take a video. To stop recording, tap .•Manual foc

Media59Tap to change recording mode.•Normal: Use this mode for normal quality.•Limit for MMS: Use this mode to lower quality for sending via messa

Table of Contents6Settings85 About Settings85 Wi-Fi86 Bluetooth86 Data usage87 More settings88 Blocking mode88 Sound89 Display89 Storage90 Power

Media60•To improve GPS signals, avoid shooting in locations where the signal may be obstructed, such as between buildings or in low-lying areas, or i

Media61ShortcutsReorganise shortcuts for easy access to the camera’s various options.Tap → Edit shortcuts.Tap and hold an option and drag it to a slo

Media62Playing videosVideo files show the icon on the preview. Select a video to watch it and tap .Editing imagesWhen viewing an image, tap and u

Media63Sharing imagesUse one of the following methods:•In a folder, tap → Select item, select images by ticking, and then tap to send them to oth

Media64Playing videosSelect a video to play.Change screen ratio.Move forwards or backwards by dragging the bar.Adjust the volume.Mute the sound.Restar

Media65YouTubeUse this application to watch videos from the YouTube website.Tap YouTube on the Applications screen.This application may not be availab

Media66FlipboardUse this application to access your personalised magazines.Tap Flipboard on the Applications screen.This application may not be availa

67Application & media storesPlay StoreUse this application to purchase and download applications and games that are able to run on the device.Tap

Application & media stores68Samsung AppsUse this application to purchase and download dedicated Samsung applications. For more information, visit

Application & media stores69Learning HubUse this application to access learning material.Tap Learning Hub on the Applications screen.This applicat

7Getting startedDevice layoutTouch screenEarpieceMicrophoneMenu buttonHome buttonBack buttonMultipurpose jackFront cameraMicrophone for speakerphoneVo

70UtilitiesMemoUse this application to record important information to save and view at a later date.Tap Memo on the Applications screen.Composing mem

Utilities71To set a PIN to lock the memo, tap → Lock.To print the memo via a Wi-Fi connection, tap → Print. The device is only compatible with some

Utilities72Enter a title and specify which calendar to use or sync with. Then tap Edit event details or Edit task details to add more details, such as

Utilities73Polaris OfficeUse this application to edit documents in various formats, including spreadsheets and presentations.Tap Polaris Office on the

Utilities74Reading documentsTap a file. Or tap Browser, Clouds, Form type, or Favourites, and then select a file to open.Tap , and then use one of the

Utilities75Spreadsheet•Save as: Save the document with a different name.•Find & Replace: Search for or replace text.•Protect worksheet: Lock th

Utilities76When running Dropbox for the first time, tap Start to activate it. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.Once Dropbox is

Utilities77Stopping alarmsDrag outside the large circle to stop an alarm. Drag outside the large circle to repeat the alarm after a specified leng

Utilities78S VoiceUse this application to command the device by voice to send a message, write a memo, and more.Tap S Voice on the Applications screen

Utilities79GoogleUse this application to search not only the Internet, but also applications and their contents on the device as well.Tap Google on th

Getting started8The microphone at the top of the device is active only when you use the speakerphone or take videos.•Do not cover the antenna area wi

Utilities80Voice SearchUse this application to search webpages by speaking.Tap Voice Search on the Applications screen.This application may not be ava

Utilities81DownloadsUse this application to see what files are downloaded through the applications.Tap Downloads on the Applications screen.This appli

82Travel & localMapsUse this application to pinpoint the location of the device, search for places, or get directions.Tap Maps on the Applications

Travel & local83Getting directions for a destination1 Tap .2 Tap , and then select a method to enter starting and ending locations:•My current

Travel & local84NavigationUse this application to search for a route to a destination.Tap Navigation on the Applications screen.•Navigation maps,

85SettingsAbout SettingsUse this application to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts.Tap Settings on the Applications scree

Settings86Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi Direct connects two devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point.On the Settings screen, tap Wi-

Settings87More settingsCustomise settings to control connections with other devices or networks.Flight modeThis disables all wireless functions on you

Settings88Nearby devices•File sharing: Activate media sharing to allow other DLNA-enabled devices to access media files on your device.•Shared conte

Settings89•Vibrate when ringing: Set the device to vibrate and play a ringtone for incoming calls.•Dialling keypad tone: Set the device to sound whe

Getting started9Package contentsCheck the product box for the following items:•Device•Quick start guide•The items supplied with the device and any

Settings90Power saving modeActivate power-saving mode and change the settings for power-saving mode.•CPU power saving: Set the device to limit some s

Settings91Lock screenChange settings for the locked screen.•Screen lock: Activate the screen lock feature.•Lock screen options: Change the settings

Settings92•Encrypt external SD card:–Encrypt: Set the device to encrypt files when you save them to a memory card.–Full encryption: Set the device

Settings93Language and inputChange the settings for text input. Some options may not be available depending on the selected language.LanguageSelect a

Settings94•Handwriting setting: Customise settings for handwriting mode, such as recognition time, pen thickness, or pen colour.•English Prediction:

Settings95–Auto-punctuate: Set the device to insert a full stop when you double-tap the space bar.–Character preview: Set the device to display a la

Settings96•Set wake-up command: Set a wake up command to launch S Voice or perform a specified function.•Check missed events: Set the device to chec

Settings97Backup and resetChange the settings for managing settings and data.•Back up my data: Set the device to back up settings and application dat

Settings98•Set time: Set the current time manually.•Automatic time zone: Set the device to receive time zone information from the network when you m

Settings99–Listen to an example: Listen to the spoken text for an example.–Driving mode: Activate driving mode to set the device to read contents al